Crataegus × media 'Paul's Scarlet' (d)
hawthorn 'Paul's Scarlet'
A small, rounded deciduous thorny tree with lobed, glossy leaves and fully double, light red flowers which appear in spring. These are followed by orange-red berries in the autumn
Synonyms
Crataegus × media 'Kermesina Plena'Crataegus × media 'Paulii'
see moreCrataegus × media var. paulii
Crataegus laevigata var. paulii
Crataegus coccinea 'Plena'
Crataegus oxycantha 'Paul Scarlet'
Crataegus laevigata 'Coccinea Plena'
Crataegus laevigata 'Paul's Scarlet'
Crataegus × media 'Coccinea Flore Pleno'
Size
Ultimate height
4–8 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Red | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green | Orange Red | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Potentially harmful
- Seeds contain toxins so these should be removed if you are considering eating the fruit, usually grown as an ornamental shrub Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
- Genus
Crataegus are deciduous trees and shrubs, usually with spiny branches, lobed or toothed leaves, and clusters of creamy-white flowers followed by red or black fruits. Some have fine autumn colour
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grows well in most soils in sun or partial shade
Propagation
Propagate by seed or grafting
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to caterpillars, gall mites and aphids
Diseases
Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to a leaf spot, fireblight and honey fungus
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